ACTIVITY THERAPIST

2 weeks ago


MI United States Acadia Healthcare Inc. Full time
Overview

Harbor Oaks Hospital is looking for an Activity Therapist to join our team.

Harbor Oaks Hospital, New Baltimore's leading Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Center is seeking a passionate fulltime Activity Therapist to work at our facility in New Baltimore, MI.

Non Exempt Hourly Position

Rate of Pay: $21.25 - $32.75 per hour (based on experience and education)

Responsibilities

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient's treatment plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient's needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
* Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
* Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
* Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
* Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
* Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
* Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
* Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
* Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
* Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Qualifications

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

* Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
* CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
* First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
* We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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